Kirkūk

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The old part of Kirkūk, Iraq, seen from across the bed of the dried-up Qaḍāʾ River.

Kirkūk, capital of Kirkūk governorate, Iraq.

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BP receives final green light from Iraqi government for Kirkuk project • Mar. 26, 2025, 8:06 AM ET (Reuters)

VOA Kurdish: Turkmen Front divided over Kirkuk local government participation • Mar. 8, 2025, 1:26 AM ET (VOA - Voice of America English News)

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The old part of Kirkūk, Iraq, seen from across the bed of the dried-up Qaḍāʾ River.

Kirkūk, capital of Kirkūk governorate, Iraq.

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